Game 1 of Stanley Cup Finals to be Played Between Periods of Pee Wee Hockey Game

The NHL players currently battling out the Conference Finals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs have received an extra bit of incentive to go for glory.

Gary Bettman, Commissioner of the National Hockey League, announced yesterday that Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs would be held between the first and second periods of the regular season clash between the Davisville Hawks and the North City stars in the Pee Wee Division. "These grown men have worked hard all season," remarked a visibly excited Bettman. "They certainly deserve to play in front of a crowd for such a big game, and I'm sure the parents in the stands will be very polite and enthusiastic in their support."

Upon hearing this big news, the coaches and players from all four teams still in the running to showcase their talents at the 650 capacity Alan B. Wood Rink expressed their determination to earn a berth in that game. "Its gonna be really fun. I think it will give us a chance to show the people of the North City area what Stanley Cup hockey is all about," said San Jose Sharks center Joe Thornton. When asked his opinion of the upcoming game, hockey dad Steve Anderson said he plans to use the intermission to get a coffee at the concession stand. "Sure, I'd love to see what these NHL players have to offer, but I'll be lucky just to be awake. These 4 AM games on Sunday are ridiculous."

Unfortunately, due to time constraints with the actual game being played and the need for the zamboni to clean the ice after Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Bettman confirmed that the game would be shortened to five minutes. Nonetheless, he urged the players to "just go out there, give it their all, and most importantly have fun." The NHL is still looking for a rink for Game 2. Last but certainly not least, the mornings events will not only appeal to hockey fans as the Pelham Figure Skating Club have confirmed that they will be performing during the second intermission.